Overview


GLA University, Mathura is a leading private university in Uttar Pradesh, accredited with the prestigious ‘A+’ Grade by NAAC and approved by UGC, AICTE, PCI, NCTE and BCI. Established in 2010, the university has rapidly emerged as one of North India’s most sought-after institutions for higher education, offering a perfect blend of academic rigor, industry exposure and modern infrastructure. With its sprawling 110-acre green campus at 17 KM Stone, NH-2, Chaumuhan, Mathura, and a second campus in Greater Noida, GLA University provides students with world-class learning environments equipped with smart classrooms, advanced laboratories, a central library, hostels, sports complexes and innovation hubs.
The university is widely recognized for its Engineering, Management, Pharmacy, Law and Computer Applications programs. Its B.Tech specializations in Computer Science, developed in collaboration with industry giants like IBM and Intel, give students hands-on exposure to emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science and Cloud Computing. The university’s strong research culture is supported by its incubation center SPARKL GLA TBI, Industry 4.0 automation labs and numerous government-funded research projects.
GLA University’s commitment to excellence is reflected in its consistent performance in national rankings — it has been ranked 48th in Pharmacy by NIRF 2025, placed in the 151-200 band overall, and ranked among the top private universities by India Today, Outlook and IIRF. The university’s dedicated Training and Placement Cell ensures outstanding career outcomes, with over 500+ recruiters including Amazon, Microsoft, Deloitte, Accenture, Cognizant, TCS and Wipro visiting the campus every year. The highest package has touched INR 60 LPA while the average package stands at INR 6.3 LPA, with a placement rate of around 90%.
With 10,000+ students, 525+ faculty members, generous merit-based scholarships (including up to 90% tuition fee waiver for high JEE scorers) and a vibrant campus life, GLA University, Mathura continues to shape future-ready professionals who excel in a competitive global environment.
Rankings
- Accreditation: NAAC ‘A+’ Grade accredited private university.
- Approvals & Recognition: Approved by UGC, AICTE, PCI, NCTE and BCI; declared fit under Section 12B of the UGC Act.
- NIRF 2025: Ranked 48th in India in Pharmacy; placed in the 151-200 band in Overall and Engineering categories.
- NIRF Management 2025: Ranked in the 101-125 band for MBA/PGDM programs.
- India Today 2026: Ranked 75th in Engineering (Private), 79th in BBA, 84th in BCA, 113th in Accounting & Commerce and 43rd in Law.
- Outlook 2026: Ranked 36th in BBA, 44th in BCA, 74th in Commerce, 21st in Law and 4th in Pharmacy.
- IIRF 2025: Ranked 49th among top private universities in India; 1st rank among NAAC A+ State Private Universities with a score of 3.46.
- THE Impact Rankings: Featured in the 1001-1200 band globally.
Courses & Fees
| Courses | Total Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE, ECE, ME, CE, EE & more) | ₹5.8 L – ₹10.1 L (4 Years) | 10+2 with 50% in PCM + GLAET / JEE Main |
| M.Tech | ₹2.5 L approx (2 Years) | B.E./B.Tech + GATE / GLAET |
| BBA | ₹3.5 L – ₹4.7 L (3 Years) | 10+2 with 50% + GLAET |
| MBA | ₹5.7 L – ₹5.8 L (2 Years) | Graduation with 60% + CAT/MAT/XAT/CUET-PG/GLAET |
| BCA | ₹3.5 L – ₹4.7 L (3 Years) | 10+2 with 50% + GLAET |
| MCA | ₹3.06 L (2 Years) | Graduation with 50% + GLAET |
| B.A. LL.B (Hons) / BBA LL.B (Hons) | ₹7.25 L (5 Years) | 10+2 with 50% + GLAET |
| B.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Biotech) | ₹1.35 L – ₹3.3 L (3/4 Years) | 10+2 with relevant subjects (45-50%) |
| B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture | ₹3.32 L (4 Years) | 10+2 with PCB/PCM (50%) |
| B.Ed | ₹1.06 L (2 Years) | Graduation with 50% + Entrance Test |
| Diploma Engineering | ₹2.01 L (3 Years) | 10th with relevant subjects |
Placements
- Highest Package: INR 60 LPA (2025); INR 55 LPA (2024).
- Average Package: INR 6.3 LPA, consistently maintained over recent years.
- Placement Rate: Around 90% in 2025 (up from 86% in 2023 and 2024).
- Students Placed (2024): 3,410 students placed; 2,000+ placed in 2025 with 3,000+ offers made.
- Recruiters: 500-550+ companies visit annually including Amazon, Microsoft, Deloitte, Accenture, Cognizant, Wipro, TCS, Capgemini, HDFC Bank, JK Tyres, L&T and HP.
- Management Placements: Highest package of INR 19.8 LPA for the management batch.
- Placement Cell: A dedicated Training & Placement Cell runs pre-placement training, mock interviews, internships and industry interface programs throughout the year.


